Starke 50s bands

If sock hops and doo-wop have you ready to hand jive, a 50s Band could be the perfect choice for your next event: birthday parties, weddings, anniversary parties, and more. GigMasters will help you find the best bands in the Starke County, IN area.

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This band is nothin' but a Classic Rock - Oldies party !!!
Put some PaZazz into your event with the BIG BRASS SOUNDS of The Groove.
We play a wide variety of those classic party tunes that people everywhere love to dance to. Motown, 50's-60's & 70's, classic rock & soul, Elvis, Blues Brothers and alittle swing. We do it all.
Our music is perfect for festivals, Corporate and Private parties and we play a great wedding too.
We have years of experience. This band has played over 325 fests,...(more)

The Screamin' End - Roots Rock, Rockabilly and Blues band. 4-8 piece band based in Chicago. We can add one or more horns for special events. Recorded at Sun Studio in Memphis, TN, Krazy Eddie and The Screamin' End came back to their sweet home Chicago to bring YOU that Juke Joint sound! From the roots of rock, to rockabilly, swing and jumpin' blues, you'll tap your feet and clap your hands - then jump up to dance! Come to a show and see what you've been missing. Well ........
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Throughout Northern Indiana, Ohio and Michigan, The Bulldogs take you back to the days of the "Drive In" and the "Sock Hop". The Bulldogs have been bringing the "Oldies" back for most of 30 years. The Bulldogs are five members playing the Tri-State area to sold out audiences everywhere they go.
The Bulldogs were voted "Best Oldies Performers nine years in a row, as voted by the readers of "Whatz Up Magazine". They have performed with such artists as: The Beach Boys, Chubby Checker,...(more)

*Upscale features the nephew of local legend Al Sofia of the Al Sofia Band as well as jingle singer for Jim Gaynor Music. Jim Gaynor's music can be found on History Channel, A&E, Whether Channel, Delta Airlines and a handful of movies. The Drummer of Upscale studied under Rusty Jones (Isham Jones' great nephew who played on a Chet Baker Album. All members have studied at prestigious schools of music as well but most importantly just love to have a great time.
Upscale Is a high quality...(more)

We are based out of Chicago, IL, and perform nationally and internationally for weddings, festivals, corporate events, universities, private parties, and live music venues. Providing a variety of appropriate music at concert quality is our specialty. Whether we are keeping dance floors filled, adding the right amount of ambiance to a laid back atmosphere, or performing a concert for discerning listeners, we add the elements of style, versatility, and fun! We feature grammy award winning...(more)

ONE OF AMERICA'S 15 BEST WEDDING BANDS! (The Feast Wedding Special)
Chicago's Best Modern Event Band!
Specializing in today's hits and reinvented classics, the Empty Pockets offer a fun, dynamic musical experience sure to keep your event rocking all night long. Plus, we'll help you through every detail of the party planning process AND tailor our show to reflect your personal style.
Why Hire Us?
We're professional, we love what we do, and it shows. The Empty Pockets have...(more)

The Special 20's are Chicago based blues and swing band, specializing in Chicago Blues, Jazz, West Coast Swing and 50's Rock n' Roll!!!! They put on a great show that will have your crowd dancing. They play music that will appeal to anyone, old, young, music lovers, blues traditionalists, professionals and even hipsters. What ever your occasion, The Special 20s can put on the perfect show that your guests are sure to enjoy. They are a professional touring band that does private events on...(more)

Yesterdays News is an acoustic/bass duo which offers a unique combination of music from many generations and genres. Rock, Country, Blues, or special requests make this band a perfect fit for any occasion.
Using customized backtracks, which includes our own unique harmonies and guitar accents, this duo can provide the full richness of a complete band at a much more reasonable cost.
From night clubs, restaurants, and cocktail lounges to weddings, birthday parties, and backyard...(more)

The Motown Reflections singing group are a group of four highly professional male vocalist who sings Motown, Soul and R & B. The Motown Reflections are known all over the U.S. as a very talented and experienced group of male vocalist. The Motown Reflections has performed for numerous Concerts, Festivals, Wedding Receptions, Reunions, Parties, Corporate Events, Casinos and other types of events.
The Reflections R&B soul vocal group originated out of Chicago. The units style and performance...(more)

Fast Eddie and the Corvettes is a dynamic show and dance band covering 50's, 60's, 70's and party tunes. Fast Eddie and the Corvettes have played on the same bill with: Johnny Rivers, The Diamonds, Jerry Lee Lewis, Bill Haley's Comets and Frankie Valli. They were the entertainers chosen for the National Corvettes Clubs of America and the National Street Rod Association. Fast Eddie and the Corvettes are totally self contained with sound and lighting. For your next rock & roll party!
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Welcome to the site of the #2 ranked swing band and the #8 rated jazz band in all of Gigmasters, which includes many hundreds of entertainers. And you can purchase and download two of our recent concerts at iTunes, cdbaby, Google Play and Amazon -- just search at any of those sites for "Dan Heath with the Paradise Band". No band does "the Great American Song Book," including the romantic songs of the '20s through the 90's, like Dan Heath with the Paradise Band. From the great songs of Johnny...(more)

The Crook County Blues Band delivers an authentic Chicago Blues and Classic Rock sound. We are an American music band. Russ Hartig (lead guitar), Ray Somera (bass guitar), David Clarke (Drums) and Pat Fiege (vocals, harmonica, guitar ukulele, keyboard, sax) put the "B" in Blues and the "C" in Classic rock. It all started after an impromptu jam session one night. The four of us knew we were a "perfect fit." The band shines during their energy filled live performances during which...(more)

Averaging 300+ performances annually nationwide for corporate events, galas, and receptions of all types, Gold Standards & Jazz Ensembles reaffirms its reputation for professionalism and musical excellence with each engagement! Our ongoing, satisfied clients include Fortune 500 companies like Ford, Motorola, and Berkshire Hathaway as well as renowned country clubs, municipalities, and concert venues who require the finest musical presentation without any hassle or drama!
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Let the versatile Frank "K" & Company entertain your guests with a multitude of customized performances. Our Duo will entertain with Fran on drums and vocals and Frank on synthesizer and accordion.
Our Duo can be expanded up to six (6) musicians. Strolling can also be provided creating an elegant atmosphere for any social event.
The exciting feature of Frank "K" & Company is our ability to play all types of music for all age groups.
In addition, we specialize in Oktoberfest Parties...(more)

From the era of America's greatest generation comes the music of Greg Anderson and "The Little Big Band". Songs like "In The Mood", "A String of Pearls", "Tuxedo Junction", "Little Brown Jug", "A Sentimental Journey" and many more! This condensed band gives you all the sound and energy of an 18 piece swing band in the size and price range of 7 pieces or less. This is NOT 10 or 12 frumpy old men sitting down looking over their glasses at some sheet music. We feature 6 men in top dress tuxedos....(more)

Hall of Fame winner with The Knot, you won't be disappointed with Amy Yassinger and Yazz Jazz Entertainment. Amy and her team have won "BEST OF WEDDINGS" with The Knot for over 4 years in a row. They know how to pack a dance floor and keep the event seamless!
The musicians are professional, charming and full of infectious energy. Whether you want mellow, elegant music to create a special mood or fun dancing music from Swing, Oldies, Motown, Disco and today's Pop Hits, Yazz Jazz has you...(more)

We play a variety of musical styles ranging from Dixieland, big band swing, Latin, country, to light rock & roll. We can even play light classical music before, during, or after the wedding ceremony. The band can vary in size from two to ten pieces, depending on your budget. We also have a fantastic Sinatra style entertainer available who really connects with the audience; he does Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Louie Prima, Michael Buble, etc. He wanders among...(more)

As a solo pianists, with duos, trios, dance combos, her recording groups BeebleBrox and the Monika Herzig Acoustic Project, Monika has performed around the world for countless occassions over the years from weddings, wedding ceremonies, to private parties, festivals, concerts, corporate events - anything that can benefit from high quality music. Accommodating special requests for group sizes/ instruments/vocalists and music is no problem, just ask. Groups under her leadership have opened...(more)

Jump Swing Blues, that rarest of rare pleasures, is now available near you. Say hello to the HUNGRY WILLIAMS, your new favorite band. Taking their name from one of the greatest New Orleans drummers, Charles "Hungry" Williams, the HUNGRY WILLIAMS have studied the genre and are ready to blow your socks off with hits old enough for Social Security but still way too young to retire. They're led by JOHN CARR, middle member of the great Carr drumming dynasty. Ravi, as he's known to his friends...(more)

Steve is a woodwind virtuoso specializing in saxophone and flute and is fluent in a variety of styles of jazz and classical music. The Duo features the classics as well as jazz standards, and is particularly appropriate for wedding ceremonies, banquets, and other social affairs. The Trio and Quartet feature jazz, swing, and big band style music and are perfect for wedding receptions, parties, nightclubs, and concerts. The Swing Band features rhythm and blues, soul, and Motown music in...(more)

*** INDUCTED TO THE KNOT's BEST OF WEDDINGS HALL OF FAME ***
*** The KNOT's Best of Weddings Pick for 2016 (7 Years Straight!) ***
*** 2016 BRIDE's CHOICE AWARD from WEDDING WIRE ***
Since 2005, 56DAZE has been the perfect entertainment for many "must be perfect" events! 56DAZE is equally at home playing wedding receptions, corporate events, street festivals or other private parties as well as local and regional night spots. We'll work with you and adjust our song list to play the music...(more)

We are the group for the cherished events in your life. We love to play Swing, Jazz, Dixieland, Ragtime, Jump, Jive and Wail!
We are the top rated band in our category on GigMasters in the Tri State area!
We also have special music and dance packages. Prohibition Era - Boardwalk Empire Jazz, Great Gatsby Event, Roaring 20's Gangster / Flapper blow out. A 1930 Paul Whiteman / Fred Astaire - Ginger Rogers Gala. Imagine a 1940's Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Glen Miller, Count...(more)

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Why hire an experienced band like Whoz Playing? One of our recent brides couldn't have said it better:
"Bob sat down with us in person and reviewed our preferences for the night. He had a well thought-out list of questions and preferences for us--items that I would not have even considered. The band worked with us to play our chosen first dance songs and even changed song lyrics to personalize our father/daughter song. When our timeline shifted...(more)

Rhythm Society Orchestra is a 16-piece dance big band specializing in true vintage swing music of the '30s and '40s with a good helping of Sinatra, Bennett and The Rat Pack. We're as authentic as they come - no watered-down or modern-sounding music here! Its music as people remember it and want to hear and see it performed. Classy, professional and experienced! Black tuxedos, white dinner jackets, black suits or authentic period military casuals complete with authentic patches, etc. ...(more)

This is the real deal. This is a 3214 big band. This was the format that dominated the regional band scene through out the 30's, 40's and 50's. We have recaptured the scores, the instrumentation and feeling of the great era of the big band. This makes for an affordable alternative to other bands yet preserves the style and flair that was the Tuxedo Junction is a collection of top musicians that performs the best of the world of Jazz.
We are rated as the second top Big Band in our region...(more)